1986 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 412 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, 2005 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3850 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |