2002 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 1 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |