1990 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 187 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2006 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Focus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |