2005 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
