2009 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Focus | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
