2007 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 271 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
