1988 Porsche 944 vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 592 kg more than 1985 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Porsche 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 944 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1312 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
