1995 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 505 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
