1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 75 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 (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25. 1980 Renault Fuego has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 25 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 | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Fuego | 25 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
