2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1989 Dodge Colt
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 61 kg more than 1989 Dodge Colt.
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, 1989 Dodge Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1989 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Dacia | Dodge |
| Model | Logan | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
