1993 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Escort | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |