1982 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 405 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
