1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 415 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser, 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 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Laser | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Floride |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
