1960 Renault Floride vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 1986 Renault 18 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 18 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 18, 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, 1986 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Renault Floride | 1986 Renault 18 | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Floride | 18 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |