2007 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 138 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
