1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 375 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 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault Fuego | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Fuego | Impreza |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |