2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 480 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 56 L |
