1999 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Ford Escort
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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 129 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Focus (178 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
