2008 Honda Accord vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 420 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1960 Renault Floride | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Floride |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |