2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1198 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1963 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1963 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Commander | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
