2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 360 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Because 1982 Opel Ascona 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 1982 Opel Ascona. 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, 2007 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dacia | Opel |
| Model | Logan | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
