1988 Dodge 600 vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1988 Dodge 600 is newer by 8 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge 600 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge 600 | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
