1986 Renault Rodeo vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 26 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1106 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Rodeo | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Rodeo | Murano |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |
