1998 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 104 (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104.
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, 1998 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 104 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
