1988 Rover Vitesse vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 147 kg more than 2009 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, 1988 Rover Vitesse (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Rover Vitesse | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Rover | Renault |
| Model | Vitesse | Logan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 167 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 | 1427 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
