2002 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
