2005 Ford Focus vs. 1988 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 362 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto.
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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1988 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
