1986 Ford Escort vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 110 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Renault Floride 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 1961 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1961 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Floride |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
