1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 490 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.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
