2001 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 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, 2001 Opel Astra (170 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Astra | Logan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
