2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 23 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Titan | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 34 L |
