1998 Renault Clio vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 112 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
