1975 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 15 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 556 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, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 605 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1845 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |