1984 Renault Rodeo vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 27 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Rodeo.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2011 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Rodeo | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Rodeo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 109 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
