1965 Renault Floride vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 39 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 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 801 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, 2004 Volvo S80, 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault Floride | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Floride | S80 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
