2004 Ford Focus vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
