2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dacia Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dacia Logan weights approximately 356 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dacia | Nissan |
| Model | Logan | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
