1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Because 1988 Ford Sierra 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 1988 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
