2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
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 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dacia | Lancia |
| Model | Logan | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
