2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 35 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
