1998 Ford Focus vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 261 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1988 Nissan Vanette 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 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Vanette |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2080 mm |