2007 Ford Focus vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 20 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 149 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
