2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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 (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dacia | Honda |
Model | Logan | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |