1979 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 459 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, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 2013 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |