2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dacia | Mazda |
| Model | Logan | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
