1998 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 18 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Micra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
