1990 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 309 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309. 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, 1990 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1993 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 309 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
