1968 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 36 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 438 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |