1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Laurel 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 1989 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Laurel | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |
