1986 Renault Rodeo vs. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 21 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 2136 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 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault Rodeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Rodeo | 2007 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Rodeo | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
