2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 45 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1130 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 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Captiva | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
