1989 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 16 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 345 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, 2005 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |