1980 Renault Fuego vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1994 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Fuego | 850 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
