1981 Renault Rodeo vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, both 1981 Renault Rodeo and 1981 Volvo 265 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 265 weights approximately 702 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 1981 Volvo 265 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 1981 Volvo 265. 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, 1981 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault Rodeo | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Rodeo | 265 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |