2008 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 570 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
