1965 Renault Floride vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 46 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1495 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 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Renault Floride | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Floride | T5 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |