1985 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 1989 Peugeot Oxia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | Oxia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
