2008 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 574 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
