2008 Ford Focus vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 243 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | 200 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |