2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Dacia | Toyota |
Model | Logan | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |