2004 Ford Focus vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 49 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924.
Because 1987 Porsche 924 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 1987 Porsche 924. 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | 924 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
