1983 Renault Rodeo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 27 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 1587 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault Rodeo | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rodeo | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
