1959 Renault Floride vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 36 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 460 weights approximately 265 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, 1995 Volvo 460, 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Floride | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Floride | 460 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |