2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 27 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Dacia | Ford |
Model | Logan | Taunus |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |