2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dacia Logan weights approximately 425 kg more than 1980 Zastava 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Zastava 750 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 1980 Zastava 750. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Dacia | Zastava |
| Model | Logan | 750 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
