1983 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1983 Ford Escort and 1992 Peugeot 405 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Escort | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 405 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |