1986 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 5 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 106 (75 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106.
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, 1991 Peugeot 106 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 106 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
