1986 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 205 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
