2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Dacia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Logan | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
