2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1996 Rover 600
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 600 weights approximately 190 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, 2008 Dacia Logan (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1996 Rover 600 | |
Make | Dacia | Rover |
Model | Logan | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89.3 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |