2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 100 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.
Because 1979 Isuzu 117 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 1979 Isuzu 117. 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 (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Dacia | Isuzu |
| Model | Logan | 117 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
