2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 27 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | HHR | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 56 L |
