1968 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 104 is newer by 7 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, 1975 Peugeot 104 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104.
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, 1975 Peugeot 104, 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 (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 104 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |
