1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego.
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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Fuego | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
