1992 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 89 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Focus (178 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Focus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
