1986 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Logan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 175 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 | 1080 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
