2008 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Isuzu Stylus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Stylus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Stylus would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Stylus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. (95 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 295 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Stylus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1990 Isuzu Stylus | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Focus | Stylus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
