1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 667 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault Fuego | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Fuego | Previa |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |