1990 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 17 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 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 407 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |