1995 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
