Approx. 1,050 - 1,200 kg (2,315 - 2,646 lb) depending on engine and trim.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Safety Certification Era:
Era-specific safety standards, likely without modern NCAP ratings. Focus on passive safety features.
Active Features
Active Safety Features Examples:
Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes. Anti-roll bars for improved handling stability.
Passive Features
Passive Safety Features Examples:
Reinforced passenger cell, safety steering column, padded dashboard, seat belts (likely front only, with optional rear).
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment System:
Basic analog radio with optional cassette player. Speaker systems typically limited to 2 or 4 speakers.
Driver Assistance
Driver Assistance Features:
None by modern standards. Features like power steering were optional or available on higher trims.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals General
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 5,000 - 7,500 km (3,000 - 4,500 miles) or 6-12 months, depending on usage and oil type specified in manual.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Crucial for OHC engines. Intervals vary, typically 60,000 - 90,000 km (36,000 - 54,000 miles). Consult manual for specific engine. **Failure can cause severe engine damage.**
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
API SF/SG or equivalent. Viscosity grade e.g., 10W-40, 15W-50, depending on climate. Consult manual for exact recommendation.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze. Typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Specific Renault coolant types may be recommended.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4.
Transmission Fluid Manual:
API GL-4 Hypoid Gear Oil, e.g., SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90.
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
ATF Dexron II or equivalent.
Power Steering Fluid:
ATF Dexron II or specific Renault power steering fluid.
Known Issues
Rust Corrosion:
Common in wheel arches, sills, and around the tailgate opening due to age and materials used.
Carburetor Performance:
Carburetors can require frequent tuning and rebuilding due to wear and age.
Electrical Gremlins:
Older wiring harnesses and connectors can degrade, leading to intermittent electrical faults.
Suspension Wear:
Bushes, ball joints, and shock absorbers can wear out, affecting ride quality and handling.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Renault Sport History:
Renault has a long history of innovative design and performance vehicles, building on its rally and racing heritage.
Model Evolution
Development Basis:
Developed from the Renault 18 platform, featuring a distinctive aerodynamic wedge shape and a large liftback tailgate.
Key Variants:
Base models with 1.6L, performance-oriented 2.0L models, and the top-spec RENAULT FUEGO GT Turbo with enhanced aerodynamics and turbocharged engine.
Production
Production Period:
1980 - 1986
Manufacturing Locations:
Primarily France (e.g., Billancourt, Sandouville), with potential assembly in other countries.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Automotive Journalism Reviews:
Praised for its distinctive styling and driving dynamics, though sometimes criticized for interior ergonomics and electrical reliability in some reviews of the era.
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