1984 Renault Rodeo vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota iQ weights approximately 140 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, 2011 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Rodeo | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Rodeo | iQ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 32 L |
