2009 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 172 kg more than 1997 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
