2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 79 kg more than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Because 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V 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 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Dacia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Logan | 170 V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
