1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 571 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 Laguna, 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 Laguna (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Floride |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
