1986 Renault Rodeo vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1998 Subaru Vivio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Vivio (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Rodeo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
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, 1986 Renault Rodeo (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Rodeo | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Rodeo | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
