1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault Fuego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault Fuego has manual transmission. 1980 Renault Fuego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Renault Fuego | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Fuego | Legacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |