1987 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 807 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 807 (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
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, 2003 Peugeot 807 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 2003 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 807 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
