1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 655 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Fuego | Megane |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
