2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 719 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 56 L |
