1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 325 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Nissan | Dacia |
| Model | Stanza | Logan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
