2004 Ford Focus vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 115 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
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, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Focus | Sports Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
