2004 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 133 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
