1975 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Renault Floride is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 35 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1965 Renault Floride | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Floride |
Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 48 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |