2009 Ford Escape vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 39 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape, 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, 2009 Ford Escape (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504. 2009 Ford Escape 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. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 504 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
