2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dacia | Mazda |
| Model | Logan | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
