2000 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1975 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
