2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 38 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 675 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 1965 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 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Floride |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
