1965 Renault Floride vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 545 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 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Renault Floride | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Floride | Vitara |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1360 kg |