2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Logan | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
