2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 207 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 1987 Toyota Crown 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 1987 Toyota Crown. 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, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dacia | Toyota |
Model | Logan | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |