2006 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 191 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Focus 1978 Toyota Corona
Make Ford Toyota
Model Focus Corona
Year Released 2006 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1752 cc 1966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 113 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1311 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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