1981 Renault Rodeo vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1981 Renault Rodeo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Toyota Crown (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 530 kg more than 1981 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Toyota Crown 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 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1957 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault Rodeo | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Rodeo | Crown |
Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |