2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort.
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, 1988 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1988 Ford Escort | |
Make | Dacia | Ford |
Model | Logan | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |