1981 Renault Rodeo vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 32 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1432 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 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault Rodeo | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Rodeo | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5074 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |