1986 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1986 Ford Escort and 1986 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 35 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.
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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 309 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |