1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1086 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.
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 (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 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 | 1806 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 | 2460 mm |
