2008 Ford Focus vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 438 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1982 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |