2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 49 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1085 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 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1960 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Captiva | Floride |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |
