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 110 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 640 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 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 | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
