1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 913 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 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
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1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | Fuego |
Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 56 L |