1990 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 205 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, 1990 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, 1990 Ford Escort (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1965 Renault Floride | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Floride |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |