1979 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1979 Mazda Cosmo 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 1979 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Mazda | Dacia |
Model | Cosmo | Logan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |