2009 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 495 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |