1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 22 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 435 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Fuego | S60 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
