2008 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 57 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 1981 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
