1993 Ford Focus vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
