1997 Volkswagen Parati vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 2011 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Parati | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
| Model | Parati | Logan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
