2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 Dacia 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dacia Logan | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Dacia | Ford |
Model | Logan | Escort |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |