1995 Ford Escort vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 330 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1961 Renault Floride | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Floride |
Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |