2005 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 56 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
