1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 Renault Logan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2010 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 630 kg more than 2010 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Renault Logan | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Prix | Logan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |