2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dacia Logan weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dacia | Honda |
Model | Logan | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |