1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 426 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
