1984 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 11 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 465 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.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 406 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
