1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Floride would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 785 kg more than 1964 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Chevelle | Floride |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
