1996 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 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 1968 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 504 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |