2008 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1995 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Verada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
