1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 622 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 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Fuego | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
