1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 386 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault Fuego has manual transmission. 1980 Renault Fuego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 56 L |
