2006 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1985 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
