1980 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 205 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Escort 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 205, 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, 1991 Peugeot 205 (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 205 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
