2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan. 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, 2008 Dacia Logan (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | 20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
