1998 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 14 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 540 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |