1992 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 365 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 205 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
