1990 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 152 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Focus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |