1986 Renault Rodeo vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 655 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 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Rodeo | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Rodeo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
