2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dacia | Mazda |
Model | Logan | Luce |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |