1981 Renault Rodeo vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 670 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault Rodeo | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Rodeo | Espace |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
