2007 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 304 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2007 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
