1974 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Logan weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Celica | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Celica | Logan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
