1992 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 12 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 517 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, 2004 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |