1986 Renault Rodeo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 840 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Rodeo | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rodeo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
