2009 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |