2005 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 308 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1978 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 1978 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Silvia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |