2007 Ford Focus vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
