2004 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1990 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
