2007 Acura RL vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 45 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 815 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 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1962 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1962 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RL | Floride |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
