1981 Volkswagen Santana vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Logan (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Volkswagen Santana | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
| Model | Santana | Logan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
