2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1984 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 225 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, 1984 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1984 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Dacia | Dodge |
| Model | Logan | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
