2007 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
