2006 Ford Escape vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
