2007 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 26 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Corona. 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |