1988 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1998 Peugeot Partner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1998 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | Partner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
