2000 Ford Focus vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 144 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
