1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 14 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 160 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego. 1980 Renault Fuego has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Tempo 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:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Tempo | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
