1960 Renault Floride vs. 2011 Ford F-150

To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1770 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Renault Floride 2011 Ford F-150
Make Renault Ford
Model Floride F-150
Year Released 1960 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 845 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 59 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 2530 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 5890 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1928 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 3670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 29 L 136 L


 

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