1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 427 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 1968 Plymouth GTX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan. 1968 Plymouth GTX has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth GTX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth GTX | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | GTX | Logan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
