2000 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Peugeot 504

To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.

Because 1970 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 1970 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Escort 1970 Peugeot 504
Make Ford Peugeot
Model Escort 504
Year Released 2000 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1971 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.8 mm 88.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 81 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1124 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2910 mm


 

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