1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 31 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 215 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, 1999 Peugeot 306, 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, 1999 Peugeot 306 (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 306 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |