1999 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S40 weights approximately 170 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, 1999 Volvo S40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo S40 | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Volvo | Dacia |
| Model | S40 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
