1992 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |