1968 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 41 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 474 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, 2009 Peugeot 307, 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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2009 Peugeot 307 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. 2009 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 307 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
