1975 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2006 Renault Logan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Logan weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 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 (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Logan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
