2009 Ford Escape vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 206 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1960 Renault Floride | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escape | Floride |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 29 L |