1983 Renault Rodeo vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault Rodeo | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Rodeo | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
