2002 Nissan Primera vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 40 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 550 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 1962 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 1962 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera, 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 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Primera | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Floride |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
