1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus 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 Nautilus | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
