1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 35 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 515 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, 1999 Ford Cougar, 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | Floride |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
