2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude.
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, 1988 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dacia | Honda |
Model | Logan | Prelude |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |