1998 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 356 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Triumph Toledo 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 1974 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Focus | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
