1980 Renault Fuego vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 18 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 138 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
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 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Fuego | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
