1965 Renault Floride vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 415 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, 1996 Volvo S40, 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Renault Floride | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Floride | S40 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2560 mm |