1975 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 306 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |