1982 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 525 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Corsa | Logan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 145 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 | 755 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
