1989 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 266 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, 2010 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Honda | Dacia |
| Model | Accord | Logan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
