1981 Renault Rodeo vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 31 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault Rodeo | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Rodeo | 408 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
