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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 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. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
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 | 1387 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
