2005 Lexus GX vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Lexus GX is newer by 43 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 1340 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 2005 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GX | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | GX | Floride |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
