1983 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corona 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 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Corona | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Toyota | Dacia |
Model | Corona | Logan |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |