1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 720 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
