1968 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2011 Peugeot 408 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. 2011 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 408 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
