2000 Ford Focus vs. 1980 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2000 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. 1980 Vauxhall Astra has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Vauxhall Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1980 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Focus | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
