1959 Renault Floride vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1986 Renault Rodeo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Renault Floride (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Renault Floride should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Floride weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault Rodeo, 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, 1986 Renault Rodeo (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Floride | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Floride | Rodeo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 34 L |