2000 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 324 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1976 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |