1992 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 605 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
