1997 Venturi 400 vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi 400 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2010 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 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 1997 Venturi 400. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Venturi 400 | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Venturi | Dacia |
| Model | 400 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
