1980 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (67 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 420 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Escort | Logan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
