1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Logan weights approximately 325 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | Logan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
