1986 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 2 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 222 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 405 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
