1983 Renault Rodeo vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 913 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Renault Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault Rodeo | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Rodeo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
