1985 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 206 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
