1985 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 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, 2010 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Opel Corsa | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Opel | Dacia |
Model | Corsa | Logan |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |