1986 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 27 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 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 84 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |