1983 Renault Rodeo vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault Rodeo | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Rodeo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
