1989 Honda Accord vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 539 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1989 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1960 Renault Floride | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Floride |
Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |