2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1997 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 220 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, 1997 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1997 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dacia | Nissan |
| Model | Logan | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
