2009 Ford Focus vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki Cervo 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 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
