2003 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Isuzu Stylus
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Stylus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Stylus would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Stylus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Stylus (95 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Stylus should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Stylus.
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, 1990 Isuzu Stylus (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Stylus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1990 Isuzu Stylus | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Focus | Stylus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
