1960 Renault Floride vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 53 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 1167 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, 2013 Mazda CX-9, 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, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2013 Mazda CX-9 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. 2013 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Floride | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Floride | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 76 L |
