2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1095 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (285 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 34 L |
