1986 Renault Rodeo vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 19 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 936 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 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Rodeo | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Rodeo | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
