1979 Ford Granada vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1985 Renault Rodeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 800 kg more than 1985 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Granada 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 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Granada | Rodeo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 1106 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |