2004 Ford Focus vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 298 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 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 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona. 2004 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
