1959 Renault Floride vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 653 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, 2003 Volvo V50, 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2003 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Floride | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Floride | V50 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 746 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |