2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1998 Ford Royale
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan.
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, 1998 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1998 Ford Royale | |
Make | Dacia | Ford |
Model | Logan | Royale |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |