2008 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 31 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
