2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 81 kg more than 1996 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Logan | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
