2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 380 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dacia | Honda |
| Model | Logan | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
