1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Galant 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 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Dacia |
Model | Galant | Logan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |