2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1968 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dacia Logan weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Nissan Bluebird 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 1968 Nissan Bluebird. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1968 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dacia | Nissan |
| Model | Logan | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
