1982 Buick Century vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Century (85 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan.
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, 1982 Buick Century (224 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan. 1982 Buick Century 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. 1982 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Century | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Buick | Dacia |
| Model | Century | Logan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2910 mm |
