1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 121 kg more than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Focus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |