2000 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
