1986 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 8 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 190 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 306 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
