1971 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2006 Renault Logan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Logan weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford Escort 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 1971 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Logan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 805 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
