2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Dacia | Mazda |
| Model | Logan | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
