2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1964 Renault Floride

To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 314 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.

Because 1964 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 1964 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride. 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Odyssey 1964 Renault Floride
Make Honda Renault
Model Odyssey Floride
Year Released 2009 1964
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3471 cc 1108 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1129 kg 815 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


 

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