2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Renault Floride
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP) has 449 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1488 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1966 Renault Floride | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Ram | Floride |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1106 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 713 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |