1984 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 23 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 829 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 407 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
