2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 51 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 1994 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2007 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2007 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1994 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
