1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 22 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
