2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logan | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
