2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1992 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 535 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Alto. 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 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1992 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Dacia | Suzuki |
| Model | Logan | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2180 mm |
