1981 Renault Rodeo vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 24 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION 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.
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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault Rodeo | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Rodeo | ION |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
