1960 Renault Floride vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 49 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 982 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 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2009 Volvo S80 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. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Floride | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Floride | S80 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
