2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,351 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 454 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dacia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Logan | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
