2009 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 462 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1972 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1972 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |