2009 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (79 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Land Rover Serie II (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Land Rover Serie II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Focus | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
