2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 21 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1741 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 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | LR3 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 34 L |
