1986 Renault Rodeo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 891 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, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Rodeo | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rodeo | Eos |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
