1959 Renault Floride vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (258 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride.
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, 2009 Volvo S60, 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2009 Volvo S60 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 S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Floride | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Floride | S60 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 258 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |