2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dacia | Opel |
| Model | Logan | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
