2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 294 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 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Logan | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
