2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Ballade (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade.
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, 1996 Honda Ballade (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Dacia | Honda |
Model | Logan | Ballade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1165 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |