1965 Renault Floride vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 44 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 1326 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 2009 Saab 9-7X 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride. 2009 Saab 9-7X 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. 2009 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault Floride | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Floride | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
