1965 Renault Floride vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 40 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 589 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault Floride | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Floride | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
