1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 1987 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Renault Floride is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda MX-6 | 1963 Renault Floride | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | MX-6 | Floride |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |