1990 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1983 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 980 kg more than 1983 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Crown Victoria | 1983 Renault Rodeo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Crown Victoria | Rodeo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |