2002 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 97 kg more than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
