2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dacia Logan weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Dacia | Opel |
Model | Logan | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |