2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 105 kg more than 1984 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 (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1984 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dacia | Honda |
Model | Logan | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |