2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
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 Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
