2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 379 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. 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 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2300 mm |
