1977 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 835 kg more than 2012 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2012 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2012 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dacia |
| Model | Toronado | Logan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |
