2002 Dodge M80 vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2002 Dodge M80 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge M80 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge M80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 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, 2002 Dodge M80 (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge M80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge M80 | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | M80 | Floride |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
