1985 Renault Rodeo vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 485 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Rodeo | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Rodeo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
