1960 Renault Floride vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 46 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 810 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, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2006 Volvo S60 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. 2006 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Floride | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Floride | S60 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 Weight | 760 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
