1963 Renault Floride vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 740 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Renault Floride | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Floride | Passat |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |