2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1985 Ford Escort | |
Make | Dacia | Ford |
Model | Logan | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |