2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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, 2008 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Orion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 116 L |
