1986 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 205 is newer by 7 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 205.
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, 1993 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 205 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
