1968 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 32 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 539 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.
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, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2000 Peugeot 607 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. 2000 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 607 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 66 L |
