2002 Renault Avantime vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 920 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 1963 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1963 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Avantime | Floride |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
