1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 9 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 630 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault Fuego has manual transmission. 1980 Renault Fuego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Fleetwood | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
