1959 Renault Floride vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 46 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (140 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 484 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, 2005 Saturn ION, 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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Floride | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Floride | ION |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 49 L |
