1986 Renault Rodeo vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 690 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Rodeo | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Rodeo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 109 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
