1995 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 340 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. 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, 1995 Ford Escort (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 204 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
