2004 Ford Focus vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 508 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Diplomat 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 1968 Opel Diplomat. 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
