1980 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Peugeot Kart Up
To start off, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2000 Peugeot Kart Up | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | Kart Up |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |