1998 Acura Integra vs. 1966 Renault Floride

To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (138 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura Integra weights approximately 345 kg more than 1966 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 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 1966 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra, 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, 1998 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride. 1998 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1966 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1966 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Acura Integra 1966 Renault Floride
Make Acura Renault
Model Integra Floride
Year Released 1998 1966
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1797 cc 1106 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 51 HP
Torque 172 Nm 76 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 70 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 72 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 38 L


 

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