1960 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 210 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1960 Volvo P 1800 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 1960 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia 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, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volvo P 1800 | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Volvo | Dacia |
| Model | P 1800 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
