1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 985 kg more than 1981 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
