1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1966 Renault Floride
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 3 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 570 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.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1966 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Monaro | Floride |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
