2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 41 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1304 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | SLK | Floride |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |