1997 Nissan Laurel vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 644 kg more than 1959 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, 1997 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 1997 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Laurel | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Laurel | Floride |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
