1998 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 338 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Sera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |