1999 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |