2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Dacia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Logan | Taft |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2030 mm |
