2000 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
Because 1984 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Focus | Carlton |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |