2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 429 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Dacia | Rover |
| Model | Logan | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
