2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1964 Renault Floride

To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Floride would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1798 kg more than 1964 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 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1964 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 GMC Yukon 1964 Renault Floride
Make GMC Renault
Model Yukon Floride
Year Released 2009 1964
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5328 cc 1108 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 455 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2613 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 38 L


 

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