2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 411 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, 2006 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caliber | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 56 L |
