2004 Honda Accord vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 622 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, 2004 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1962 Renault Floride | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Floride |
Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 59 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |