2007 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 1984 Toyota Model F 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 Toyota Model F. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Model F |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |