2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dacia Logan | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dacia | Lada |
Model | Logan | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |