1980 Renault Fuego vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 340 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault Fuego (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Fuego | Espace |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
