2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1970 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Excursion | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 56 L |
