2004 Holden Vectra vs. 1966 Renault Floride
To start off, 2004 Holden Vectra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Vectra (146 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Vectra weights approximately 705 kg more than 1966 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden 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, 2004 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Vectra | 1966 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Floride |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
