2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (74 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Dacia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Logan | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
