1976 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 309 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 309 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 309, 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, 1993 Peugeot 309 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1993 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 309 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |