1986 Maserati 420 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
Because 1986 Maserati 420 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 1986 Maserati 420. 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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Maserati | Dacia |
| Model | 420 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
