2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 39 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 845 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, 2003 Renault Grand 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Floride |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
