1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 534 kg more than 1984 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault Rodeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 1984 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
