1989 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 292 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
