2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster 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 (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
