2004 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 232 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
