1977 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 285 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Toyota | Dacia |
Model | Carina | Logan |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |