1959 Renault Floride vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 50 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 884 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 2009 Volvo S40 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, 2009 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2009 Volvo S40 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. 2009 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Floride | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Floride | S40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 746 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
