1984 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 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, 2002 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
