1999 Ford Escort vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Escort weights approximately 378 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Escort (178 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Floride |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
