1998 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 18 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Because 1998 BMW 325 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 1998 BMW 325. 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, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |
