2005 Ford Focus vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 261 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |