2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 28 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 928 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 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Compass | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 56 L |
