1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 585 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar Type S 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 1967 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego, 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, 1967 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar Type S | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | Type S | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |
