2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
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 (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Dacia | Volvo |
| Model | Logan | 480 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
