1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 386 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 307 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |