2003 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 125 kg more than 1990 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, 2003 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
