2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 780 kg more than 1963 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 1963 Renault Floride | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | CTS | Floride |
Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |