2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 46 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 686 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 1962 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 1962 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V, 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 FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
