2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 590 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.
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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault Fuego has manual transmission. 1980 Renault Fuego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Bonneville | Fuego |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 56 L |