2004 Ford Focus vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (175 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
