1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster 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 406, 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 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1999 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 406 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
