1986 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 318 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic. 2004 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Focus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
