2009 Ford Focus vs. 1977 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 93 kg more than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Because 1977 Ford Falcon 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 1977 Ford Falcon. 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, 1977 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1977 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
