2002 Dodge Neon vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 43 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Neon weights approximately 460 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, 2002 Dodge Neon, 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, 2002 Dodge Neon (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2002 Dodge Neon 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. 2002 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Floride |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 1206 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
