1998 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 86 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Sunny |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |