1984 Renault Rodeo vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1984 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, 1992 Renault 19 (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Rodeo | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Rodeo | 19 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 109 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
