1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 26 kg more than 2007 Renault Logan.
Because 1960 Ford Zodiac 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 1960 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Zodiac | Logan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
