1986 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 210 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 405 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |