2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 29 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 916 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault Fuego has manual transmission. 1980 Renault Fuego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Brooklands | Fuego |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 56 L |