1986 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 352 kg more than 1986 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 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |