2004 Ford Focus vs. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1982 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1982 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
