1985 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 402 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. 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 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Sprint | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Sprint | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
