2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dacia | Toyota |
Model | Logan | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |