1977 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 143 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Escort | Logan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
