1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 8 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Shadow | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
