1999 Ford Focus vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 375 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
