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, 2006 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Dacia Logan.
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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
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 | 1597 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 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 | 1055 kg | 1185 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 |