2009 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 131 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 1985 Ford Mustang. 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1985 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |