1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 490 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 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault Fuego | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Fuego | Kuga |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 53 L |