1995 Renault Espace vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 757 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 490 kg more than 1964 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace, 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 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1964 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Floride |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
