2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1998 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Lancia Dedra.
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 (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1998 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Dacia | Lancia |
| Model | Logan | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
