1999 Ford Focus vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Crown 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 1965 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1965 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Crown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
