1986 Renault Rodeo vs. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1986 Renault Rodeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 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, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Rodeo | 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rodeo | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
