2004 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
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 Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 393 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
