2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 20 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Mobilio (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 530 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, 2005 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Mobilio | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Mobilio | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
