2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930.
Because 1976 Porsche 930 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 1976 Porsche 930. 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, 1976 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Dacia | Porsche |
Model | Logan | 930 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |