1997 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 191 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
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, both vehicles can yield 184 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Focus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1488 mm |
