2005 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa 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 40 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 385 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
