2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1779 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 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 56 L |
