1988 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Escort weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |