1989 Ford Escort vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Floride |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
