1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 575 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Fuego | Astra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 52 L |
