1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 794 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 1964 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 1964 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1964 Renault Floride | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Prix | Floride |
Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 85 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |