2009 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 1978 Ford Capri has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Capri |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |