2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 375 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Dacia | Ford |
Model | Logan | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |