1990 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 4 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 961 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.
Because 1990 Pontiac Trans Am 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 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Trans Am | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
