1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (200 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 171 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fuego | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
