1965 Renault Floride vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 160 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Parati, 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, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Renault Floride | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Floride | Parati |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |