1993 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
