1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
| Model | Camaro | Logan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
