2007 Opel Vectra vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 690 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra, 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Floride |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
