1979 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 272 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 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 (202 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 202 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |