2009 Ford Focus vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
