2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 26 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 500 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 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rainier | Fuego |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 56 L |