1975 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 27 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 798 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, 2002 Peugeot 807, 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 807 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
