1984 Renault Rodeo vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2000 Saturn LW is newer by 16 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn LW (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn LW weights approximately 758 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, 2000 Saturn LW (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Rodeo | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Rodeo | LW |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
