1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 39 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 804 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante 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. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Diamante | Floride |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |