1978 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (87 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Renault Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2012 Renault Logan | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Capri | Logan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |