2009 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 126 kg more than 1975 Renault 30.
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, 1975 Renault 30 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
