1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 16 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 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 675 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.
Because 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
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1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | DB7 | Fuego |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 56 L |