2008 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1974 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 402 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1974 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
