1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 993 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 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault Fuego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
