1992 Renault 19 vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 12 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 60 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 (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19. 1980 Renault Fuego has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 19 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:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 19 | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
