1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Logan weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2008 Renault Logan (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Logan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
