2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1989 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Civic (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan.
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, 1989 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1989 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dacia | Honda |
| Model | Logan | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
