1986 Renault Rodeo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 410 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1916 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rodeo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
