1994 Renault Laguna vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 34 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 630 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, 1994 Renault Laguna, 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 1960 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Floride |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
