2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1972 Saab 99
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Saab 99 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Saab 99 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Saab 99 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1972 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Dacia | Saab |
| Model | Logan | 99 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
