1975 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |