2005 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 1989 Nissan Vanette 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 1989 Nissan Vanette. 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 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1989 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Vanette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2080 mm |