2006 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Ford Capri

To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 54 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 Ford Capri 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 1984 Ford Capri. 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Focus 1984 Ford Capri
Make Ford Ford
Model Focus Capri
Year Released 2006 1984
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1388 cc 2790 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 68.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.2:1
Top Speed 171 km/hour 203 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1176 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 58 L


 

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