1984 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Peugeot 604 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 604 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
