2004 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1985 Nissan Silvia 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 1985 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Silvia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1757 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |