2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Dacia | Peugeot |
| Model | Logan | 309 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
