2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 24 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 948 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (313 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Bonneville | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
