1980 Renault Fuego vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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 (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 1980 Renault Fuego has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Renault Fuego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Fuego | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
