2004 Ford Laser vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Laser weights approximately 335 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser, 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 Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Floride |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
