2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 25 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 810 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Quest | Rodeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 34 L |