2002 Ford Focus vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 166 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Cressida 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 1977 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
