2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari 208 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 1980 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Dacia | Ferrari |
| Model | Logan | 208 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
