2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 285 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.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Blizzard (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Logan | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
