1998 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | Clio | Logan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
