2008 Ford Focus vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Supra weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Supra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |