2004 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 151 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
