1964 Renault Floride vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 655 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 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Renault Floride 1999 Volkswagen Golf
Make Renault Volkswagen
Model Floride Golf
Year Released 1964 1999
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 3201 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 62 L