2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 18 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 760 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.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 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 2003 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B3 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 34 L |
