1992 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 89 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |