1985 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 205 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
