1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Renault Logan.
Because 1952 Ford Vedette 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 1952 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Logan, 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, 1952 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Vedette | Logan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
