1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 886 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
