2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan.
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, 2008 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Dacia | Mazda |
| Model | Logan | 121 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
