2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 596 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey, 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 Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1961 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1961 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 1961 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
