2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1998 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dacia Logan weights approximately 126 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1998 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1998 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Dacia | Hyundai |
| Model | Logan | Pony |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
