2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 45 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 892 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Five Hundred | Floride |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 29 L |