1975 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305, 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 305 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
