1968 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 304 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 304, 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, 1968 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1974 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 304 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
