1960 Renault Floride vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 45 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 665 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo, 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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Floride | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Floride | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 54 L |
