2007 Ford Focus vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 88 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Focus | 88 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3110 mm |
