1980 Audi Sport vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1986 Renault Rodeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 280 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 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Sport | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
