2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Dacia | Saab |
| Model | Logan | 93 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
