2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault Rodeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault Rodeo has manual transmission. 1986 Renault Rodeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Titan | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| 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 | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 34 L |
