1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 260 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 (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
