1975 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 205 is newer by 13 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205.
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, 1988 Peugeot 205, 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, 1988 Peugeot 205 (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 205 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
