2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 643 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
