2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 475 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
