2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dacia | Honda |
| Model | Logan | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
