1980 Renault Fuego vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 118 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 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault Fuego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fuego | Golf |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
