1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 319 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault Fuego | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Fuego | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 210 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 59 L |