1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 935 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 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault Fuego has manual transmission. 1980 Renault Fuego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Fuego |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |