2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 5 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Dacia | Mazda |
Model | Logan | 929 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |