1988 Audi 90 vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 1988 Audi 90 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 90 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 90, 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, 1988 Audi 90 (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 90 | 1961 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 90 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
