1984 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Cedric 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 38 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 101 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
Because 1984 Nissan Cedric 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 1984 Nissan Cedric. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cedric | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2614 mm |
