1997 Nissan Crew vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Crew weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Crew 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 1997 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1997 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Crew | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Crew | Logan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
