2004 Ford Focus vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 481 kg more than 1983 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
