1984 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 24 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 465 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, 2008 Ford Focus (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |