2005 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 201 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. 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 (175 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
