1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Floride |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
