2004 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1830 mm | 2640 mm |
