1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
