2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 306.
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 (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Dacia | Peugeot |
| Model | Logan | 306 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
