1980 Renault Fuego vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 14 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 52 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Fuego | 19 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
