2004 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 306 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 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 703 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | Focus | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 347 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1656 kg |
