2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2007 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Dacia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Logan | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
