2000 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
