2009 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Alpine weights approximately 216 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 1986 Renault Alpine 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 1986 Renault Alpine. 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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
