1982 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Dacia Logan. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Camry | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Toyota | Dacia |
| Model | Camry | Logan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
