2010 Dacia Logan vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2010 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dacia Logan | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Dacia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Logan | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3350 mm |
