1986 Ford Escort vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 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 1 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 55 kg more than 1964 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 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, 1964 Renault Floride (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Renault Floride will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Floride |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 815 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 |
