2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 2006 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2006 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Dacia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Logan | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
