1980 Renault Fuego vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault Fuego | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Fuego | Corona |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |