2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 141 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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 @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Logan | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
