2007 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 58 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1989 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
