2007 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
