2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 265 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Dacia | Marcos |
Model | Logan | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |