1993 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 605 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
