1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 313 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 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
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1996 Ford Mustang | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Fuego |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |