1980 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1973 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 304 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
