2000 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 Nissan Stanza.
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, 1985 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1985 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
