2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 355 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dacia | Toyota |
Model | Logan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |