1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Logan weights approximately 480 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Logan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
