2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Logan | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
