2004 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 534 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Today |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
