2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 566 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Dacia | Mazda |
| Model | Logan | Chante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
