1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 407 kg more than 2006 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Corvette | Logan |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |