1959 Renault Floride vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 44 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride.

Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Renault Floride 2003 SsangYong Korando
Make Renault SsangYong
Model Floride Korando
Year Released 1959 2003
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 845 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 36 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 65 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 22.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2490 mm


 

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