1974 Volvo 164 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 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 164 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Volvo 164 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 Volvo 164. 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, 1974 Volvo 164 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volvo 164 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Volvo | Dacia |
| Model | 164 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
