2001 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 270 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 1994 Porsche 965 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 1994 Porsche 965. 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | 965 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
