2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1381 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1961 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Avalanche | Floride |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
