2004 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 237 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Focus (202 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
