1989 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1989 Ford Escort and 1999 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,753 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |