1995 Acura Legend vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 32 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 815 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1963 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1963 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1963 Renault Floride | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | Legend | Floride |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |