1991 Mazda 121 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda 121 (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 165 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 121 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Mazda | Dacia |
| Model | 121 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
