1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 24 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 232 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fuego | Touran |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
