1965 Renault Floride vs. 2007 Volvo C70

To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 42 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 846 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, 2007 Volvo C70, 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride. 2007 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1965 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1965 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Renault Floride 2007 Volvo C70
Make Renault Volvo
Model Floride C70
Year Released 1965 2007
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 2434 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 48 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 93.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 17.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1661 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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