1985 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2011 Renault Logan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Fairlane 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 1985 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1985 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | Logan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
