1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 740 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Sonoma | Floride |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2270 mm |
