2009 Ford Focus vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 564 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 1991 Porsche 928 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 1991 Porsche 928. 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
