1985 Chrysler Laser vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, both 1985 Chrysler Laser and 1985 Renault Rodeo were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chrysler Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chrysler Laser (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chrysler Laser weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Chrysler Laser (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chrysler Laser | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
