1960 Renault Floride vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 43 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 805 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, 2003 Volvo C70, 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 C70 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Floride | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Floride | C70 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |
