1983 Renault Rodeo vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 110 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault Rodeo | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Rodeo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
