2005 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. 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 (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
