1980 Renault Fuego vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 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 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fuego | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
