2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 225 kg more than 1971 Renault 17.
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, 2007 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 17. (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1971 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | 17 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
