1980 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 445 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.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2007 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2007 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Buick | Dacia |
Model | Electra | Logan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |