1974 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Cortina | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Cortina | Logan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |