2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 24 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
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 (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Prizm | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
