2004 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 76 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 366 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
