1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 Renault Logan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Logan weights approximately 170 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Cortina. 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, 2010 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2010 Renault Logan | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Cortina | Logan |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |