1978 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 207 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |