1999 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. Both 1999 Ford Focus and 1971 Nissan Skyline are equipped with a 1,989 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Skyline (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1971 Nissan Skyline 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 1971 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1971 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
