2009 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Favorit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Favorit would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 511 kg more than 1989 Skoda Favorit. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | Favorit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
