2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1959 Renault Floride

To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 46 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 990 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 1959 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Voyager 1959 Renault Floride
Make Chrysler Renault
Model Voyager Floride
Year Released 2005 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2399 cc 845 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 59 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 58 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 29 L