2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Because 1989 Ford Sierra 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 1989 Ford Sierra. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Dacia | Ford |
Model | Logan | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |