1994 Ford Laser vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 1994 Ford Laser is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Laser weights approximately 225 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Ford 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, 1994 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Laser | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Floride |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
