1998 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
