1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 28 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 384 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 190 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
