2006 Opel Vectra vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 325 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 56 L |
