2000 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2000 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1989 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |