2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan. 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 (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dacia | Mazda |
| Model | Logan | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
