2004 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Ford Thunderbird

To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Ford Thunderbird 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 1986 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Focus 1986 Ford Thunderbird
Make Ford Ford
Model Focus Thunderbird
Year Released 2004 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 2299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 135 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 79.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1378 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 54 L


 

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