2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
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 Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dacia | Opel |
| Model | Logan | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
