1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 11 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (153 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 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 (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
