1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Fairlane 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Renault Logan | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fairlane | Logan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |