2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Logan | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
