2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Midge (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 37 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Mazda Midge (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Dacia | Mazda |
| Model | Logan | Midge |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1019 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
