2002 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 39 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |