2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 44 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1274 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 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | Floride |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |