2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 510 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, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Dacia | Dodge |
| Model | Logan | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3040 mm |
