2006 Ford Focus vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1536 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Focus | Sapporo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |