1960 Renault Floride vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 51 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 671 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Renault Floride | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Floride | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 65 L |