1993 Ford Focus vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Stavic.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 2010 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus. 2010 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1920 mm |
