2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 116 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 1987 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dacia | Porsche |
| Model | Logan | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
