1984 Opel Ascona 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 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 241 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Ascona | Logan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
