1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 115 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.
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, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Dacia |
| Model | Croma | Logan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
