1984 Renault Rodeo vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 737 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Rodeo | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Rodeo | C30 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 109 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
