2009 Ford Focus vs. 1982 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Century weights approximately 839 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Century 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 1982 Toyota Century. 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, 1982 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 1982 Toyota Century 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. 1982 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1982 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
