2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 463 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2006 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2006 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Dacia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Logan | Verada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |