2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4.
Because 2002 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 160 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Dacia | Morgan |
| Model | Logan | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
