2006 Ford Focus vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
