1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 32 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 508 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego. 1980 Renault Fuego has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Renault Fuego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fuego | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
