1997 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205.
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, 1988 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 205 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
