1986 Renault Rodeo vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Xedos 6 weights approximately 420 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, 1998 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Rodeo | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | Rodeo | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
