1984 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 305 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 305. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 305.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1987 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 305 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
