1989 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 11 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 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
