2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dacia | Toyota |
Model | Logan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |