2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
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 (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dacia | Toyota |
Model | Logan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |