1981 Renault Rodeo vs. 1980 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1981 Renault Rodeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault Rodeo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Alto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Renault Rodeo (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault Rodeo | 1980 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Rodeo | Alto |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |
