2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 380 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1984 Marcos Mantula 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 1984 Marcos Mantula. 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, 1984 Marcos Mantula (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Dacia | Marcos |
| Model | Logan | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
