2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma is newer by 20 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 460 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 2000 GMC Sonoma 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, 2000 GMC Sonoma 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, 2000 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Sonoma | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 56 L |
