1981 Renault Rodeo vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 780 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 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault Rodeo | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Rodeo | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
