2010 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Crown weights approximately 96 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
Because 1985 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Crown. 1985 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Focus | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Crown |
Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4445 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1725 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2614 mm | 2700 mm |