1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 369 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |