2008 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 543 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1976 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Torino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 87 L |
