2008 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 246 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |