2008 Ford Focus vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 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 182 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Because 1980 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 1980 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |