1984 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Omega | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dacia |
| Model | Omega | Logan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
