2004 Ford Focus vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 328 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corona. 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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |