2001 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 98 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 1955 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Focus | 98 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
