1966 Renault Floride vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1482 kg more than 1966 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1966 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1966 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Floride | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Floride | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
