2006 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 12 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, 2006 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (222 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 46 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2006 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2930 mm |
